2019 Yaris Hatchback dead in the US? The internet says yes!

[matti]

Originally Posted by ern-diz

If I'm not mistaken, 'liftback' has always been what they referred to the hatchback as. I think I remember seeing it on my original dealer paperwork back in 2007. Same reason I called it that in my forum details here.

I've thought the same as well.

[Leegamer]

Originally Posted by ern-diz

If I'm not mistaken, 'liftback' has always been what they referred to the hatchback as. I think I remember seeing it on my original dealer paperwork back in 2007. Same reason I called it that in my forum details here.

I believe you're right. I have just always called them hatchbacks, lol.

[2008RedHatch]

There's lots of leftover 18's

[Dodge Aries K]

I'll miss it. Loved all the ones I have owned and currently have. Really makes me regret trading in my 2016 I bought new since I can't ever buy a new one again... oh well...

[justanotherdrunk]

2019 Toyota Yaris Liftback Axed; 2020 Yaris Announcement Coming

https://jalopnik.com/dead-toyota-yar...ack-1832002207

http://www.thedrive.com/news/26145/t...hback-for-2019

https://www.autoblog.com/2019/01/24/...-discontinued/

[Leegamer]

Originally Posted by justanotherdrunk

2019 Toyota Yaris Liftback Axed; 2020 Yaris Announcement Coming

https://jalopnik.com/dead-toyota-yar...ack-1832002207

http://www.thedrive.com/news/26145/t...hback-for-2019

https://www.autoblog.com/2019/01/24/...-discontinued/

I wouldn't be surprised if the 2020 Yaris is revealed to be hybrid and plug-in hybrid only.

[ern-diz]

Originally Posted by justanotherdrunk

2019 Toyota Yaris Liftback Axed; 2020 Yaris Announcement Coming

https://jalopnik.com/dead-toyota-yar...ack-1832002207

http://www.thedrive.com/news/26145/t...hback-for-2019

https://www.autoblog.com/2019/01/24/...-discontinued/

Sad story.

On a positive note, your links inspired me to create this Instagram story that I'm quite proud of, so there's that

[justanotherdrunk]

Originally Posted by ern-diz

Sad story.

On a positive note, your links inspired me to create this Instagram story that I'm quite proud of, so there's that

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can you change your privacy settings?

[ern-diz]

Originally Posted by justanotherdrunk

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can you change your privacy settings?

Aww, bummer. My profile isn't private, but I guess you can only see static posts without logging in. Can't see the stories.

No pressure but Instagram is fun because pictures are fun. I have a personal account I follow photography accounts with and post my amateur garbage on, and a few months ago I started a second account just for the Yaris. I follow some really cool car accounts from that one. It already has nearly twice the followers my personal account does

You might consider creating an account. Or not, either way <3 lol.

[matti]

Originally Posted by justanotherdrunk

2019 Toyota Yaris Liftback Axed; 2020 Yaris Announcement Coming

https://jalopnik.com/dead-toyota-yar...ack-1832002207

http://www.thedrive.com/news/26145/t...hback-for-2019

https://www.autoblog.com/2019/01/24/...-discontinued/

BUMMER!!!!!!!!!!

[dogsridewith]

Mirage skipped year 2016.

[Dodge Aries K]

Originally Posted by dogsridewith

Mirage skipped year 2016.

They did! Always thought that was weird.

[toad]

Originally Posted by Leegamer

I wouldn't be surprised if the 2020 Yaris is revealed to be hybrid and plug-in hybrid only.

i bet you're right! i can see them combining the prius c and yaris hatch into a 'smaller than the prius v' hybrid. i would LOVE to see them make an all-electric version of the classic yaris liftback(there's folks already who have done it themselves). considering the smallish size it shouldn't require a large battery-thus keeping costs down, but toyota seems stubborn to adopt to all-electric technology. i did see, however, they are entering a partnership with panasonic on batteries so that's a start

[dogsridewith]

toad: Do you have any links to all-electric conversions?

One prediction is the complete demise of "hybrids" and "plug-ins," with everything becoming 48 volt "mild hybrids" or pure "electrics."

[toad]

here's one i remember reading:

http://evworld.com/article.cfm?storyid=1648

i've been lurking on the tesla forums lately and i'm starting to come around to the all-electric automobile. right now, i feel there's still too much beta testing going on, but if tesla can actually produce the $35,000 car they originally promised i may have to take a look. however, if toyota can get around to making a yaris electric i would certainly have to consider it!

[myfirstyota]

My brother works for Tesla. I'd be way more inclined to buy an ev from an auto manufacturer that already knows how to make cars. Not one that just entered the game. Ask me why I think that way lol

[Hamster]

Originally Posted by myfirstyota

My brother works for Tesla. I'd be way more inclined to buy an ev from an auto manufacturer that already knows how to make cars. Not one that just entered the game. Ask me why I think that way lol

Well, why do you think that way? Please fill us in!

[toad]

Originally Posted by myfirstyota

My brother works for Tesla. I'd be way more inclined to buy an ev from an auto manufacturer that already knows how to make cars. Not one that just entered the game. Ask me why I think that way lol

I hear that argument a lot. Makes sense that you would want to stick with a company that's been doing it for a hundred years. However, here's where I think Tesla has an advantage: they are starting from scratch and don't have to perform a delicate balancing act between the past and the future. What I mean is that the major automakers can't afford to 'bite the hand that feeds them' too much. gasoline-fueled trucks, SUVs, and crossovers are their $$$(notice I didn't say sedans or compacts- RIP Yaris)

Tesla, on the other hand, is all-in and this makes for a scary time for owners and the company. I personally don't have the stomach for that much anxiety, but many people have made the jump and most- from what I'm reading- won't ever go back. In the end, I think tesla will be very successful(again, if they can make the cheaper version) and we will be grateful to them for laying the groundwork necessary to get the major automakers on board. Yeah, the cars aren't really 'affordable' yet, but their currently making the ones that generate a profit(kinda like what the big-guys are doing).

Sorry, I realize this isn't a discussion on tesla...